What is SUPD ?
The Single Use Plastic Directive (SUPD) requires new standard ‘Plastic in Product’ markings for beverage disposable paper cups, regardless of plastic content levels. (See above image for example of placement.)
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Here’s tips you need to know:
- Cups delivered to customers before July 3rd 2021 CAN be sold in that European Member State until July 4th 2022 without the label
- Cups that are to be delivered to and sold (‘Placed on the market’) in another European Member State after July 3rd 2021 must have the label.
- Directive applies to all types of disposable cups – even so-called ‘plastic-free‘ cups (Anyone offering such products as a ‘Solution’ to avoid labelling is giving misleading information)
- The marking must contain the official language(s) of the country the cup is used in. You can have multiple languages
- Cup Print are ready to add the required logos on your custom cup design according to the regulations
- No charges will be made for adjusting plates of existing designs
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